Lead Kitchen Cook & Menu Planner

Presbyterian Villages of Michigan; Chesterfield (MO); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Presbyterian Villages of Michigan is seeking a cook to prepare meals for residents, visitors, and guests in a Missouri facility. You will follow menus, dietary requirements, and sanitation standards while maintaining accurate records and assisting with inventory.

Responsibilities include supervising kitchen staff, planning menus with seasonal ingredients, and training new employees. Evening, weekend, and holiday availability is required, with a High School Diploma or GED essential.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Must be able to calculate simple mathematical equations.
• Must be able to interpret menus and recipes.
• Must be available evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Cook meals according to menus and dietary restrictions following proper production techniques and sanitation standards.
• Clean and inspect equipment, appliances, and work areas for cleanliness and proper operation.
• Compile and maintain records of food use and expenditures.
• Direct activities of staff performing food service duties.
• Plan menus that are varied, nutritionally balanced, and appetizing using seasonal and local ingredients.
• Train new employees for the department.

Skills

Food preparation

Menu interpretation

Sanitation standards

Inventory tracking

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Presbyterian Villages of Michigan is seeking a cook to prepare meals for residents, visitors, and guests in a Missouri facility. You will follow menus, dietary requirements, and sanitation standards while maintaining accurate records and assisting with inventory.

Responsibilities include supervising kitchen staff, planning menus with seasonal ingredients, and training new employees. Evening, weekend, and holiday availability is required, with a High School Diploma or GED essential.